Topic: Dr Pepper

A host describes a mishap involving a "flat" can of Dr Pepper that spilled onto a MIDI controller. The incident leads to a humorous discussion about batch numbers and the potential for a lawsuit against the soda company for damaged equipment.

John C. Dvorak recounts his early career working as an inspector at a Kaiser Aluminum can factory. He describes the technical process of spraying epoxy coatings inside cans to prevent phosphoric acid in sodas like Dr Pepper from dissolving the aluminum, and admits to occasionally letting uncoated "silver" cans through the line as a prank.

Dr Pepper has officially surpassed Pepsi to become the second most popular carbonated soft drink in the United States, trailing only Coca-Cola. The hosts analyze an NPR segment on the brand's history and its recent TikTok popularity involving pickles, labeling the coverage as a "native ad." They also discuss the regional history of the drink in Waco, Texas, and the differences between standard high-fructose corn syrup versions and original sugar recipes.

Adam Curry performs a formal knighting ceremony for Richard McCutcheon, now Sir Mack, a Digital Knight of Mead. The ceremony includes a list of humorous "pairings" and instructions for receiving the official No Agenda ring.

Vice President Joe Biden committed a verbal slip during a speech about American jobs, accidentally thanking "Dr. Pepper" instead of "Dr. Paper" or the intended chancellor. The gaffe occurred while Biden was listing states where government-supported economic initiatives are reportedly working.